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What Causes Barnacle And Red Spots On Skin In Elderly Woman?

i have been diagnosed by my primary care dr who referred me to a dermatologist because I had what they call a barnacle that needed removing, but turns out, I also have a large amount of small raised spots, some of which were red, but some are just brownish mostly on my back all over (upper and lower, and a few on my shoulders and upper arms.. He Rx putting cortisone creme for both the barnacle & spots, which I am currently ding. My question is, being 83 and this happening for the 1st time, can you give me an idea of whether this is to be expected at this age in most women? Thank you.
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hi there.
1. never heard the term barnacle in dermatology.
2. your concern may be furnucle.
3. the red dots may be cherry angiomas
4. they are age related changes.
5. don't apply any corisone cream,though its a medicated steroid, it will hurt you if you use it for long term
6. prefer diet rich in vit c
7. this will help you
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What Causes Barnacle And Red Spots On Skin In Elderly Woman?

hi there. 1. never heard the term barnacle in dermatology. 2. your concern may be furnucle. 3. the red dots may be cherry angiomas 4. they are age related changes. 5. don t apply any corisone cream,though its a medicated steroid, it will hurt you if you use it for long term 6. prefer diet rich in vit c 7. this will help you